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$171,348$177 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $42,500 on Feb 6, 2009

708 HELLES AVE

JOLIET, IL 60436
2
Beds
1
Baths
968 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4,165 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$171K
$159K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,500 · Feb 6, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,742 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$46,601 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,339
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,262
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,636
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,803

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Dirksen Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Pershing Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Joliet Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Joliet Public School District 86

Neighborhood · ZIP 60436These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,304
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,071 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

708 Helles Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Will County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Will County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Will County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Joliet 60436
  • Older than 94% of homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Joliet 60436

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$105K$366K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Joliet 60436.

How it measures up in Joliet 60436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Joliet 60436.

Estimated value$171,348
CheaperTypical $208,472Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area968 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,055 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size4,165 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 708 Helles Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSt. Pat'sJoliet 60436Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,34837% of homes22% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17735% of homes35% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than968 ft²56% of homes40% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,165 ft²12% of homes4% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than192583% of homes29% of homes6% of homes

About 708 Helles Ave

How much is 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL is $171,348 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $158,932 to $183,764. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL last sell?

708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL last sold on Feb 6, 2009 for $42,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL?

708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 968 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL built?

708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL?

708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL is assigned to Dirksen Junior High School (middle), rated D; Pershing Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Joliet Central High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Joliet Public School District 86. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL compare to other homes in Joliet 60436?

Among the 5,622 homes in Joliet 60436, it is worth more than 22% of them ($171,348 against a typical $208,472), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($177 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 40% of them (968 ft² against a typical 1,055 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (4,165 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1925 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 5% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 708 Helles Ave, Joliet, IL was $3,742. The county assessed it at $46,601.

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